Spring Skincare Tips + a DIY Body Scrub
Spring skincare tips from Adina Grigore, founder and CEO of the truly all-natural, sustainable skincare line S.W. Basics. (As featured in our 2013 Purely Spring Magazine).
The key to transitioning your skin from winter to spring is just that, actually transitioning!! You can stop using those heavy creams, the eighteen different layers of product, and maybe, just maybe, even a little less makeup? No no, it’s okay. But here are some tips for an easy switch to spring skincare.
1. Ditch useless products. Take a good look at your product list, just like you would at your closet. What really seems to be working? What are you using mindlessly? Do you have a hunch that one of those products might actually be making things worse? Ditch them! Ditch all of them. You’ll feel lighter, cleaner, and… richer.
2. Cut back on chemicals. Take a good look at your ingredient list. No one is perfect but it’s a really good time to start cutting back on the gross chemicals. There are plenty of healthy skincare alternatives. Avoid the top five nasties: sulfates, parabens, mineral oil, fragrance, and phthalates.
3. Be patient. Be patient with flare ups. Your skin will go through a sort of detox as the seasons transition, so don’t freak out. It’s okay! Just be gentle and kind to your skin and your insides, and it’ll get better really soon. Think of it like you’re shedding your winter layer and letting your glowy summer look start to get ready come out.
4. Make one DIY product. They’re so easy and the recipes are everywhere. The possibilities are endless. Try your own bath salt by adding 30 drops of essential oil (like lavender) to a cup of sea salt. Or a simple makeup remover combining olive oil and grape seed oil. Or a moisturizer from cocoa butter and coconut oil. If you’re feeling extra fancy, make the full body scrub below!
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